2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Tracker | Olympia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |